10 Wrestling Facts We Didn't Know Last Week (Sept 1)
Find out why Edge was frustrated before SummerSlam 2008...
Chris Jericho was a fine choice to be AJ Styles first feud in WWE. As a guy who has always understood the role of the smaller man in a traditionally size-obsessed promotion, Y2J could help AJ settle in and show Vince McMahon what his new employee had to offer. That wasn't Jericho's only objective.
It turns out that the Canadian pulled the wool over McMahon's eyes when it came to the controversial Styles Clash finisher too. Find out all about that story in this week's article, one bringing together a whole host of wrestling-related facts we didn't know last week. McMahon being hoodwinked is just the start.
There are also facts about Edge, Booker T and The Undertaker. In the case of the latter, could we be about to see 'The Deadman' rise once more for a final match against John Cena? If recent reports are to be believed, then it's a possibility, and could happen as soon as Survivor Series.
Let's look at the facts...
10. Vince McMahon Hugged Jerry Lawler Post-Raw
Hearing Jerry Lawler back behind the Raw broadcast booth felt like a treat after listening to Booker T's prattle over the past few months. The King slotted right back in like he'd never been gone, although it is fair to imagine the nostalgic feel to his return would wear off quickly if Lawler became a permanent addition again.
On his Dinner With The King podcast, Jerry revealed that someone else was delighted to see him back on announce duties for Raw. Immediately following the show, Vince McMahon approached Lawler backstage and greeted him with a warm hug before telling the legend that he hadn't missed a step. That had to feel good for the King.
Originally, Lawler had been scheduled to show up in Memphis anyway for the Pelvis Wesley segment. That was going to be his only appearance on the broadcast, but a 3pm text from Michael Cole informed Jerry he was needed on commentary that night. WWE wanted him to do more than introduce the Southpaw Regional Wrestling character.